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| Year | Project Title | Program | Project Type | Project Partner Sort descending | Budget | Funding Source(s) | Status | |||||||
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| + | Cicero Zoning Code Update | Community Planning | TOD Zoning | Cicero | $97,122 |
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Description
The RTA assisted the Town of Cicero with a comprehensive update the Town's Zoning Code to better align the code with their recently adopted Cicero Connections Initiative Plan, (funded by the RTA) and the Town's Comprehensive Plan. The project explored form based code elements to create a unified and streamlined zoning code process that will attract development, and will recognize the availability of transit service to explore greater density in commercial neighborhoods, sustainable development principles, and reduced zoning code parking requirements. Current Activities
The new Unified Development Code and corresponding zoning map updates were completed and adopted by the Town Board in November 2022. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.03.2024 |
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| + | Cicero Connections Initiative | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Cicero | $148,129 |
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Description
This project created a transit-oriented development and transit improvement plan, focusing on the Town's Metra station, two CTA stations (Cicero and 54th / Cermak) and eleven Pace and CTA bus routes. The plan provides recommendations to improve mobility and connections between transit services, stimulate TOD investment in the Town's transit station areas, and connect dense housing areas with transit, walkable commercial development and job centers. Current Activities
The Plan was adopted by the Town Board on November 11, 2014. The Town has initiated some implementation efforts by securing technical assistance in 2018 from the RTA to amend the Town Zoning ordinance. In 2021 the Chicago Transit Authority was awarded funds for design engineering to improve the at-grade crossing of the Pink Line with Cicero Avenue. As identified in the plan, the condition of the roadway and the protective rubber boots at the crossing have deteriorated over time, creating hazardous conditions for motorists and pedestrians. In addition, the signal system, roadway, and pedestrian gate mechanisms at the grade crossing will be upgraded. The CTA will work with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to make these critical system improvements. Changes to this grade crossing are a priority due to several safety incidents at the crossing that have put CTA staff and passengers at potential risk. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.28.2021 |
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| + | Fox Lake Station Area Plan | Community Planning | Transit-Oriented Development Plan | Fox Lake | $100,000 |
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Description
This project created a transit-oriented development plan for the Metra station area located in the Village's downtown. The Village plans to provide recommendations to improve walkability and improve streetscaping, redevelop vacant and underutilized land, promote the Village as a tourist destination and encourage the use of Metra.
Current Activities
The Village Board formally adopted the Plan on August 13, 2013. To continue support of the Village's TOD efforts, the RTA selected the Village as part of the 2014 Community Planning Program of Projects for a Developer Discussion Panel. The Panel convened on February 10, 2015 and a summary of this discussion can be found on the Fox Lake Developer Discussion Panel RTAMS page.
In September of 2017 the Village Board designated the Fox Lake station area as a Business District, where an additional 1% sales tax will be applied to generate revenue for promoting redevelopment and constructing public infrastructure. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 07.01.2019 |
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| + | Fox Lake Developer Discussion Panel | Community Planning | Developer Panel | Fox Lake | $3,000 |
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Project DetailsDescription
The RTA coordinated with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to bring in a panel of development experts to provide guidance and advice on ways the community can attract TOD investment in their Metra station area.
Current Activities
The Panel convened on February 10. 2015. A summary of this discussion can be found below in the Study Documents section.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 07.01.2019 |
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| + | Rolling Meadows Golf Road Transit and Pedestrian Mobility Study | Community Planning | Transit Improvement Plan | Rolling Meadows | $88,760 |
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Description
This project provided recommendations aimed at improving pedestrian access, circulation and safety along Golf Road (IL Route 58) from Interstate 290 (IL Route 53) to Algonquin Road (IL Route 62), a 2 mile corridor that is home to several thousand professional jobs. The study focused on ways to make the area transit and pedestrian friendly, and examined the possibility of increased local transit service.
Current Activities
The final plan was presented to and approved by the City Council on March 19, 2013. An Implementation Task Force has been formed and continues to pursue funding options for plan recommendations, particularly pedestrian improvements and additional shuttle service.
The City received Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funding, via the RTA's Access to Transit Improvement Program, to install two pedestrian signal heads, two miles of sidewalks, and five crosswalks in the study area. Installation of these improvements was completed in late 2016. Pace initiated Call-n-Ride service for the corridor in October 2012. Additionally, the Implementation Task Force is working with the TMA of Lake Cook to investigate possible Shuttle Bug service. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 05.31.2017 |
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| + | Rolling Meadows Pace Route Access Improvements | Access to Transit Program | Pedestrian Access to Transit | Rolling Meadows | $1,216,500 |
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Not Available Description
This project provides new sidewalks, crosswalks, and pedestrian signal heads along a one-and-a-half mile section of Golf Road, improving access to three Pace fixed routes that operate on the corridor (#209, #606, and #757). Several major employers are located on this corridor and it has also been chosen by Pace as a potential Arterial Rapid Transit (ART) route. Current Activities
Construction completed in summer of 2017. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 02.15.2021 |
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| + | - | CTF Illinois Transportation Services for People with Disabilities_'20-'21 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | CTF Illinois | $200,000 |
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Not Available Description
CTF Illinois provides transportation support to children and adults with diverse disabilities. The door-to-door transportation services are vital to allow persons enrolled at CTF greater access to their daily supports including vocational, community employment, educational, fine arts, and advocacy. This award includes funding for GPS fleet tracking devices to provide precise travel data. Current Activities
CTF Illinois has decided not to move forward with this project. Funds from this award will be reprogrammed to another subrecipient. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 11.28.2023 |
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| + | - | CTF Illinois - Transportation Services for People with Disabilities '18-'19 | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | CTF Illinois | $200,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project provides transportation support to children and adults with diverse disabilities. The door to door transportation supports are a vital service that allows persons enrolled at CTF greater access to their daily supports including vocational, community employment, educational, fine arts, and advocacy. Current Activities
The operating service provided 829 trips in June 2021. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 09.15.2022 |
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| + | - | CTF Illinois Point-to-Point Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Operating) | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Operating | CTF Illinois | $500,000 |
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Not Available Description
This project provides transportation support individuals with disabilities. The door-to-door transportation services are vital to allow persons enrolled at CTF greater access to their daily supports including community employment, day programs, social and recreational activities, and medical appointments. This award includes funding for operations. This is an existing Section 5310 funded project.
Current Activities
This project was approved by the RTA Board at the September 2023 meeting.
Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.17.2024 |
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| + | - | CTF Illinois Point-to-Point Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Mobility Management) | Section 5310 / JARC / NF | Mobility Management | CTF Illinois | $73,167 |
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Not Available Description
This project provides transportation support individuals with disabilities. The door-to-door transportation services are vital to allow persons enrolled at CTF greater access to their daily supports including community employment, day programs, social and recreational activities, and medical appointments. This award includes funding for a mobility manager. This is an existing Section 5310 funded project.
Current Activities
This project was approved by the RTA Board at the September 2023 meeting. Funding Amounts by Source
Last Updated 01.17.2024 |
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